“The forest rewards those who walk through it.” – Zambian proverb Our age has become accustomed to living life by pressing buttons. We expect solutions at a touch, and we want to exclude anything that resembles waiting. We have become an ‘instant’ oriented people, to the point where we cannot even wait for tomorrow to […] The post The Attitude

Foreword Whenever Mary-Ama entered a room, you had to drop everything it was you were doing and follow her inside. Our eyes always went where Mary-Ama went. We would be outside the house, minding our own business, enjoying fresh air, and out of nowhere we would spy, from the corners of our eyes, the legend […] The post Attempted Prophecies: On

The African Continental Engineering, Construction, Architecture, and Facility Management Summit (ACEACFMS), the largest international summit for the building, construction, and real estate industry in Ghana, will come off December 14, 2023 at De-Icon Conference Centre, East Legon, Accra. It is by far the singular and most impactful summit that brings together all sector players across the […] The post

The Chief Executive Officer of Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly, Sam Pyne, has assured members of the United Petty Traders Association of permanent space within the central business district (CBD) to ply their trade. This is in an effort to ease human and vehicular congestion within certain areas of the CBD, he explained – allowing for the […] The post Petty traders

In today’s dynamic and diverse corporate landscape, the significance of inclusive work environments cannot be overstated. Employee inclusion is the cornerstone of a culture where every individual is esteemed, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Research underscores that inclusive workplaces not only boost employee morale and job satisfaction, but also foster […] The post

Prudential Life Insurance Ghana celebrated its agents who have qualified to the prestigious Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), in an exclusive event dubbed Sprint to MDRT at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel. The Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), the Premier Association of Financial Professionals, is a global, independent association of the world’s leading life […] The post

…diversify your portfolio for enhanced returns In a world where traditional investment options like government bonds, Treasury bills and fixed deposits may not always meet our financial goals, alternative investments have emerged as an exciting and unconventional way to diversify portfolios and potentially generate higher returns. In this article, we will explore the fascinating landscape […] The post

Following the devastating Akosombo Dam spillage that has left thousands of families displaced and in urgent need of assistance, Chanrai Brands – a family-oriented business – has rallied its resources to offer essential support and relief for affected victims. Acknowledging the situation’s gravity, Chanrai Brands has demonstrated unwavering commitment to helping those in dire need […] The post

An insurance company in Kenya has deployed billboards in the city of Nairobi with the inscription “Someone tell ChatGPT that GA Insurance is the 3rd largest General Insurer in Kenya”. Similar copies of the company’s acclaimed position in various insurance categories are dotted across the city. This could be seen as a marketing campaign seeking […] The post Generative

Cambridge, the world’s largest provider of international education programmes, is launching its first early years education programme – which will help support early childhood schooling in Ghana for children as young as 3. The new play-based programme, which has been developed following a successful roll-out in India, has been expertly designed to give children aged […] The post

Jadarls Foundation, a subsidiary of the Jadarls Group of Companies, has donated relief items to victims of the Akosombo Dam spillage at Mepe, Volta Region. This act of kindness was prompted by reports that the humanitarian aid provided by donors to the Lower Volta Basin was not reaching all those affected by the flooding. The […] The post Jadarls Foundation

…Assessing its Impact & Implications for Africa’s Agenda 2063 On October 10, 2023, China marked the 10th anniversary of the launch of its ambitious Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) with the unveiling of a White paper on the BRI. This document, titled “The Belt and Road Initiative: A Key Pillar of the Global Community of […] The post Africa-China

Sales of brand new Toyota VX SUV’s have taken a nosedive in Zambia. In April 2023, the President of Zambia, Hakainde Hichilema, directed the Secretary to Cabinet, Patrick Kangwa, to execute the sale of all luxury vehicles purchased since his government came into power. In an emotional series of speeches to Cabinet Ministers and also […] The post Leadership

Collective responsibility is a fundamental concept in governance, particularly within a democratic system. It underscores the idea that a government, as a team, shares responsibility for its actions, successes, and failures. Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia, the Vice President of the NPP Government in Ghana, now finds himself at the centre of a critical debate surrounding this […] The post

Some agricultural sector stakeholders have called for enhanced efforts to improve farmer access to certified seeds in Ghana. They say this is important if farmers can improve productivity and help the country deal with its food insecurity challenges. Speaking at the 4th National Seed Business and Networking Forum (Seedlink 2023) in Tamale, Ghana country director […] The post

Too often China, its leadership and plans for the future have, not been properly understood in the West. And of course, those in certain quarters who see a patent advantage in choosing to deliberately misrepresent China frame it as a global aggressor. Those who seek to promote discord and adversity seemingly choose to ignore the […] The post Top-notch

In a bid to navigate a complex economic landscape marked by a slowing global economy, high inflation, and sovereign debt defaults, EcoCapital Prime Fund assured shareholders of significant adjustments to its investment strategy. EcoCapital Prime Fund’s strategic adjustments reflect its commitment to preserving shareholder capital while delivering strong and balanced returns, particularly in the face […] The post

The Ghana Insurance Industry – Ghana Insurance Association (GIA), Insurance Brokers Association of Ghana (IBAIG), Chartered Insurance Institute of Ghana (CIIG) and Ecowas Brown Card Insurance Scheme – has donated items worth over GH¢200,000 to victims of the Akosombo Dam spillage. The items are 250 mattresses, 1,000 bags of sachet water, 50 cartons of sanitary […] The post

Chairman-JUSTMOH Group of Companies, Dr. Justice Amoh, has handed over a renovated dining/assembly hall to management of the Twin-City Special School at Essipong in the Sekondi-Takoradi metropolis. The occasion also coincided with a donation of items including assorted food items, bags of rice and sugar, cooking oil as well as toiletries – and then he […] The post

The Petroleum Commission is providing support for training more than 30 journalists on the pressing global subjects of Energy Transition, Climate Financing and related topics. This training initiative, known as the ‘Finance and Economics Clinic’, is organised by El de D Consult and is a periodic effort aimed at enhancing journalists’ capacity in the realm […] The post